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Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LB18 TZAMOT history

LB18 TZA is a black diesel Kia Carens first used on 26 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 109,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
109,014 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB18 TZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
26 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB18 TZA was last recorded at 109,014 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 2,388 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,626 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,388 miles
Average per year
9,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,014 miles
  • 2025 – 106,626 miles
  • 2024 – 103,023 miles
  • 2023 – 100,655 miles
  • 2022 – 91,360 miles
  • 2021 – 61,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,014 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 13 Sept 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,014 miles (+2,388)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    109,014 miles
    Test number
    653076606067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass106,626 miles (+3,603)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    106,626 miles
    Test number
    700406655452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass103,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    103,023 miles
    Test number
    813028918318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail103,023 miles (+2,368)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,023 miles
    Test number
    696034974712
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass100,655 miles (+150)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    100,655 miles
    Test number
    948389348442
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail100,505 miles (+9,145)1 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,505 miles
    Test number
    240994995782
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (both front) (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass91,360 miles (+29,814)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    91,360 miles
    Test number
    279414683196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    61,546 miles
    Test number
    124170520372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB18 TZA

Does LB18 TZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB18 TZA is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB18 TZA?
The MOT on LB18 TZA is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB18 TZA done?
LB18 TZA was recorded at 109,014 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 9,377 miles a year.
Has LB18 TZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB18 TZA has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB18 TZA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB18 TZA find?
LB18 TZA passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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